Climate Insights for Monção

The climate in Monção is cold. The average annual temperature is -57°C and approximately 16mm of precipitation falls per year. December is the wettest month, receiving around 7mm of rainfall. Monção sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year. Light snow can occur between September and December.

Temperatures in Monção vary considerably across the year, with a 29°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. November is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at -41°C with a mean of -43°C. June brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to -70°C and an average temperature of -69°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 4°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between July and August, with a 11°C shift in average temperatures.

Monção is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 16mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1mm per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 7mm of rainfall. November and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 0mm. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic. Light snowfall can occur between September and December, totalling around 16cm annually. December is the snowiest month with approximately 7cm.

Monção is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 8km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is November, averaging 12km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in January, with average winds dropping to 5km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 7km/h difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans.

It is currently winter in Monção, which began on June 21, 2026. Monção sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced. Temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in November at around -41°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in June near -70°C. Spring is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 (16 days from now).

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Monção based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.